Segment:
Middleweight Naked and Semi-faired Sport-Touring Motorcycle
Target Audience:
Enthusiast riders, DIY mechanics, professional workshops
Competitors:
Kawasaki Z800, Suzuki GSX-S750, Honda CB750F (earlier models), Triumph Street Triple
Vehicle Platform:
Shares engine and chassis components with the Yamaha YZF-R6
Manual Value Proposition:
Provides factory-level diagnostic and repair information for maintaining and servicing the FZ8
Engine:
Complete engine overhaul, fuel injection, ignition, lubrication, cooling, emissions control
Transmission:
Clutch, gearbox, shift mechanism, final drive (chain and sprockets)
Chassis:
Frame, suspension (front forks, rear shock absorber), steering, wheels, brakes (front and rear ABS variants)
Electrical:
Wiring diagrams, lighting, starter system, charging system, instrument cluster, ECU, sensors
Bodywork:
Fairings, fuel tank, seat, body panels, mounting hardware
Fuel System:
Throttle body synchronization, fuel pump pressure testing, injector servicing
Ignition System:
Spark plug specifications, ignition coil testing, crankshaft position sensor checks
Maintenance:
Scheduled maintenance, oil changes, filter replacements, chain adjustment, brake fluid changes, coolant checks
Repair:
Component disassembly and reassembly, component replacement, system diagnostics and repair
Troubleshooting:
Diagnostic charts, fault finding procedures, common issue identification
Specifications:
Torque values, clearances, fluid capacities, electrical specifications
Wiring Diagrams:
Detailed electrical system schematics for various configurations
Suspension Adjustment:
Details on adjusting front fork preload/rebound and rear shock spring preload/rebound damping
Engine Tuning Data:
Specifications for fuel injection parameters, ignition timing, and idle speed control
Torque Specifications:
Comprehensive torque values for all critical fasteners throughout the motorcycle
Depth:
Comprehensive from basic rider maintenance to full engine rebuilds and complex electrical diagnostics
Diagnostic Capability:
Includes diagnostic trouble codes (DTCs), sensor data interpretation, and fault-finding trees
Rebuild Procedures:
Step-by-step instructions for complete engine, transmission, and suspension unit overhauls
Type:
Liquid-cooled, 4-stroke, DOHC, 4-valve, inline-four-cylinder
Bore X Stroke:
74.0 mm x 48.0 mm
Compression Ratio:
12.0:1
Horsepower:
Approx. 104.6 HP @ 10,000 RPM (claimed)
Torque:
Approx. 61.2 lb-ft @ 8,000 RPM (claimed)
Induction:
Electronic Fuel Injection (YCC-T)
Fuel Type:
Unleaded gasoline, minimum 91 octane
Engine Oil Type:
Yamalube 4 (or equivalent) SAE 10W-40 API SG or higher
Engine Oil Capacity:
3.4 L (without oil filter change), 3.5 L (with oil filter change)
Coolant Type:
Yamaha Super Coolant (or equivalent) 50/50 mixture of ethylene glycol and deionized water
Type:
Constant-mesh, 6-speed, claw-type
Clutch:
Wet, multiple-disc, cable-actuated
Final Drive:
O-ring sealed chain, 16/46T sprockets
Transmission Oil Type:
Yamalube Gear Oil (or equivalent) SAE 80 API GL-4
Transmission Oil Capacity:
0.90 L (without filter change)
Length:
2120 mm (FZ8NA), 2170 mm (FZ8SA)
Height:
1055 mm (FZ8NA), 1210 mm (FZ8SA)
Wet Weight:
206 kg (FZ8NA), 214 kg (FZ8SA) (approximate)
Front Tire Size:
120/70ZR17M/C (58W)
Rear Tire Size:
180/55ZR17M/C (73W)
Front Brake:
Dual 310 mm hydraulic disc, ABS optional
Rear Brake:
267 mm hydraulic disc, ABS optional
First Service:
1,000 km or 1 month
Subsequent Services:
Every 6,000 km or 6 months (whichever comes first)
Valve Clearance Check:
Every 24,000 km
Common Wear Items:
Chain and sprockets, brake pads, tires due to sporty riding
Potential Faults:
Fuel injector cleaning may be required over time, occasional stator issues reported on some units
